http://www.sheknows.com/authors/katie-kavulla/articles Fri, 03 Feb 2012 09:00:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/947323/families-around-the-world-life-in-abu-dhabi Can you imagine packing up your family and moving abroad? The thought may very well give you a slight panic attack or it may induce a little spark of curiosity -- either way, our new series, Families Around the World, will give you a sneak-peek at American families who are living abroad -- from far off exotic places such as Abu Dhabi in the Middle East to the bustling metropolis of Rome and everywhere in between -- stay tuned for a look at what life is like raising a family away from home. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/947323/families-around-the-world-life-in-abu-dhabi Katie Kavulla Tue, 12 Feb 2013 11:00:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/946719/valentines-day-traditions-to-start-with-your-children Even though Valentine's Day is meant for lovers, now that you're a parent, this mushy-gushy holiday has an entirely new meaning. Take advantage of Valentine's Day to create some fun, special traditions as a family that your children will remember forever. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/946719/valentines-day-traditions-to-start-with-your-children Katie Kavulla Thu, 30 Aug 2012 08:14:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/home-and-gardening/articles/946477/decorating-with-stripes While is seems like stripes are the latest and greatest trend that's sticking around in clothing, we're also noticing stripes peeking out of our closets and into our home decor! No pattern is as versatile as stripes — from classic and fresh to funky and bold to delicate and sweet, everyone can appreciate a stripe and find a place for them in their home! http://www.sheknows.com/home-and-gardening/articles/946477/decorating-with-stripes Katie Kavulla Wed, 22 Feb 2012 09:00:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/945769/pinterest-for-moms-fun-family-photo-shoot-ideas Are you on Pinterest yet? You should be! Pinterest is the hottest new way to find and catalog ideas online and moms are using it to find inspiration for every aspect of motherhood -- from family-friendly recipes to fun crafts they can do with their messy toddlers and so much more. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/945769/pinterest-for-moms-fun-family-photo-shoot-ideas Katie Kavulla Wed, 15 Feb 2012 08:00:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/945767/pinterest-for-moms-create-a-family-gallery-wall Are you on Pinterest yet? You should be! Pinterest is the hottest new way to find and catalog ideas online and moms are using it to find inspiration for every aspect of motherhood -- from family-friendly recipes to fun crafts they can do with their messy toddlers and so much more. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/945767/pinterest-for-moms-create-a-family-gallery-wall Katie Kavulla Wed, 08 Feb 2012 08:00:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/945761/pinterest-for-moms-the-best-of-birthday-parties Are you on Pinterest yet? You should be! Pinterest is the hottest new way to find and catalog ideas online and moms are using it to find inspiration for every aspect of motherhood -- from family-friendly recipes to fun crafts they can do with their messy toddlers and so much more. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/945761/pinterest-for-moms-the-best-of-birthday-parties Katie Kavulla Wed, 01 Feb 2012 08:00:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/945759/pinterest-for-moms-create-your-dream-mom-cave Are you on Pinterest yet? You should be! Pinterest is the hottest new way to find and catalog ideas online and moms are using it to find inspiration for every aspect of motherhood -- from family-friendly recipes to fun crafts they can do with their messy toddlers and so much more. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/945759/pinterest-for-moms-create-your-dream-mom-cave Katie Kavulla Wed, 25 Jan 2012 09:00:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/945757/pinterest-for-moms-how-to-design-a-nursery Are you on Pinterest yet? You should be! Pinterest is the hottest new way to find and catalog ideas online and moms are using it to find inspiration for every aspect of motherhood -- from family-friendly recipes to fun crafts they can do with their messy toddlers and so much more. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/945757/pinterest-for-moms-how-to-design-a-nursery Katie Kavulla Thu, 19 Jan 2012 08:00:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/852875/pinterest-what-it-is-how-to-use-it-and-why-youll-be-addicted You've been hearing about it everywhere -- Pinterest -- but what is this crazy new website that has everyone buzzing? The simple answer is that Pinterest is a virtual inspiration board and people who are already "pinning" know that it's far more than that. Let us walk you through the ins and outs of jumping on the Pinterest bandwagon. http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/852875/pinterest-what-it-is-how-to-use-it-and-why-youll-be-addicted Katie Kavulla Thu, 26 Jan 2012 12:00:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/852797/electronic-reading-devices-for-kids-should-your-child-learn-to-read-on-them If you have an electronic reading device at home -- whether it be a Kindle, Nook or iPad -- it's likely that your kids snag it from time-to-time to read their own ebooks. But, is it okay for their new reader brains to spend time hooked in to read, rather than on "old fashioned" paper book? Here's a look at the potential pros and cons of children reading on e-readers. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/852797/electronic-reading-devices-for-kids-should-your-child-learn-to-read-on-them Katie Kavulla Tue, 17 Jan 2012 09:01:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/852457/the-new-wave-of-care-for-children-pediatricians-who-tweet-blog-and-email The latest group of professionals to jump on the social media and blogging bandwagon is... pediatricians? How would you feel about your child's doctor tweeting or communicating via email? Here's a look at some top-notch pediatricians from across the country who are tech-savvy and how it can benefit you, as a patient. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/852457/the-new-wave-of-care-for-children-pediatricians-who-tweet-blog-and-email Katie Kavulla Tue, 24 Jan 2012 08:30:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/851785/5-cases-that-will-make-your-kindle-stick-out According to Amazon, they sold 1 million Kindles each week during the month of December 2011, which means that everyone and their dog are now enjoying books via the popular e-reader. But that also means that finding a unique case for your beloved Kindle gets a bit tougher. Check out these five Kindle cases that will make yours stand out among the well-read crowd. http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/851785/5-cases-that-will-make-your-kindle-stick-out Katie Kavulla Wed, 18 Jan 2012 10:20:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/851781/5-custom-iphone-covers-that-you-can-personalize-with-pictures If you're looking for a truly custom iPhone cover, using your own photos to create a case is the best way to go -- there's no way that you'll see another gal, iPhone pressed to her ear, with the same case as you! http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/851781/5-custom-iphone-covers-that-you-can-personalize-with-pictures Katie Kavulla Fri, 20 Jan 2012 11:00:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/851749/how-to-organize-a-kids-clothing-swap-at-your-home Who has "clean out the kids' closets" on your 2012 to-do list? There's something about the new year -- or maybe it's all those new toys from Santa that are scattered around the house -- that makes moms want to dig in to closets and get rid of things that they no longer need. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/851749/how-to-organize-a-kids-clothing-swap-at-your-home Katie Kavulla Sun, 01 Jan 2012 19:00:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/home-and-gardening/articles/851203/get-a-boot-tray-for-your-entryway If you live in a climate where winter means wet and muddy boots tromping in and out of your entryway or mudroom, you need a boot tray! These are slim, typically metal trays that fit boots perfectly, while catching all the yucky mud on their soles and keeping it off of your entryway floors. Check out these five boot trays to get you through winter boot season! http://www.sheknows.com/home-and-gardening/articles/851203/get-a-boot-tray-for-your-entryway Katie Kavulla Fri, 06 Jan 2012 06:40:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/pets-and-animals/articles/851183/how-to-keep-furniture-in-good-condition-with-pets-at-home Just because you love your pets doesn't mean you want them climbing and clawing all over your furniture. If you cringe every time your St. Bernard curls up in your chaise, try using these tips for keeping their four legs on the floor. http://www.sheknows.com/pets-and-animals/articles/851183/how-to-keep-furniture-in-good-condition-with-pets-at-home Katie Kavulla Tue, 10 Jan 2012 08:00:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/pets-and-animals/articles/851181/should-you-get-a-dog-before-or-after-you-have-a-baby The jury is still out on this one -- is it better to ease into parenthood if you have a dog first to break you in or will you regret that decision once you have a baby and then a dog to care for as well? Here's an easy-to-use guide, with all of the pros and cons to help you decide who should come first -- a dog or a baby. http://www.sheknows.com/pets-and-animals/articles/851181/should-you-get-a-dog-before-or-after-you-have-a-baby Katie Kavulla Mon, 02 Jan 2012 07:00:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/pets-and-animals/articles/851179/the-coolest-dog-houses-youve-ever-seen Don't show Fido these dog houses -- he's sure to be jealous. You'll never believe these dog houses from around the world, including dog houses that are unusual, luxurious or just plain crazy! http://www.sheknows.com/pets-and-animals/articles/851179/the-coolest-dog-houses-youve-ever-seen Katie Kavulla Tue, 03 Jan 2012 08:30:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/pets-and-animals/articles/851177/designer-accessories-for-your-posh-pet If you're a lover of all things designer, then you'll swoon over these designer accessories for your beloved pets! From leashes to water bowls to beds that put your own to shame, your pet will be living in the lap of luxury with these designer pet accessories. http://www.sheknows.com/pets-and-animals/articles/851177/designer-accessories-for-your-posh-pet Katie Kavulla Tue, 01 Jan 2013 10:00:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/851167/new-years-resolutions-that-every-mom-makes-and-why-its-okay-to-break-them It's New Year's and it's resolution time again. As moms, we're always working to improve ourselves so that we can also improve the lives of our kids, but being realistic is key when it comes to resolutions for moms. We broke down some common mom resolutions to make them easy for all of us to conquer this year. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/851167/new-years-resolutions-that-every-mom-makes-and-why-its-okay-to-break-them Katie Kavulla